Cyber Crime Junkies

Cyber Crime Junkies

Entertaining & Sarcastic Podcast about dramatic stories on cyber and AI, which actually help people and organizations protect themselves online and stop cybercrime. Find all content at www.CyberCrimeJunkies.com and videos on YouTube & Rumble @CyberCrimeJunkiesPodcast Dive deeper with our newsletter on LinkedIn and Substack. THE CHAOS BRIEF.

Episodes

March 15, 2026 64 mins

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A powerful conversation, David Mauro teams up with former Intel Security Executive and experienced CISO, Matthew Rosenquist, to break down the ai risks to small business. Discover AI in social engineering, importance of communication in security, and business communication in cyber security, making businesses more vulnerable than ever.

Key Topics Covered:
 ✅ Generative AI vs. Agentic AI — What's the ...

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What can we learn from some of the largest breaches in the news? That is what we will cover today in one of the most practical inside looks at the cutting edge of cyber security today. Understanding Cyber Risk Today: Top Security Guidelines Every CISO Needs to Know

Ryan Leirvik who joins us in the studio. Ryan is the CEO of Neuvik & author of Understand, Manage, and Measure Cyber Risk®,Practical Solutions for Creating a 

Ryan has...

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New Episode🔥The Cybercrime Junkies interviews  cybersecurity expert Chris Griffin offering insights for cybersecurity for beginners and seasoned pros alike. This episode explores the critical role of PCI in network security and emphasizes the importance of compliance to protect against threats. Stay informed and protect yourself from cyber crime.

CHAPTERS
00:00 Meet Chris Griffin: From Help Desk to Penetration Testing...

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March 11, 2026 54 mins

New Episode🔥New Episode🔥The Cybercrime Junkies show dives into this critical discussion on data protection, highlighting how a "bad actor" can compromise your personal information. We explore real cyber crime stories, emphasizing the need for robust internet security and online safety measures for everyone. Stay informed and protect yourself from cyber crime.

Robert Sicliano, international Speaker on Cybersecur...

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🔥New Episode🔥 dives into a famous betrayal case, showcasing the breach movie trailer as an example of Hollywood's take on espionage. This story highlights the perilous nature of insider threat and the critical importance of **counterintelligence**. We explore this true spy narrative, bringing you another compelling true crime story.

Eric O'Neill, a former FBI operative, discusses his experiences in espionage, p...

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A young undercover FBI operative risks everything to expose America’s most devastating traitor — revealing how Cold-War spycraft evolved into today’s cybercrime economy.

The shocking true story of Robert Hanssen — the FBI mole who sold America’s deepest secrets to Russia for over 20 years, leading to the execution of multiple double agents and triggering the worst intelligence breach in U.S. history. 🕵️‍♂️🔥

In this episo...

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LOCKBIT Cyber Crime Takedown EXPOSED NOW!

Jon DiMaggio, Senior Security Strategist and former NSA analyst, author of The Art of Cyber Warfare (https://a.co/d/72qKbc4) joins us for an exclusive discussion on the cyber crime take down story of LOCKBIT.

Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction and Background
  • 08:10 Financial Aspects of Ransomware Operations
  • 24:33 Technical Skills and Criminal Intent
  • 39:46 The Self-Convening Justic...
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🚨 New episode 🚨 David Mauro exposes The COM, Scattered Spider and BLACK CAT ransomware gang. Covering topics: most wanted dark web hackers, to catch a thief, truth about scattered spider, most wanted young hackers, Cyber Crime Gangs Under Cover, Exposed Secrets Of Cyber Crime Gangs, Profiling The People Who Cause Ransomware Attacks, how do hackers not get caught, hackers, undercover hackers, and When Hackers Get Caught.

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🔥New Episode🔥 The Cybercrime Junkies show dives into the world of cybercrime and cybersecurity, offering insights for cybersecurity for beginners and seasoned pros alike. Learn about the latest threats, including ransomware and malware, and the minds of the hackers behind them. Stay informed and protect yourself from cyber crime to ensure your online safety.

CHAPTERS
00:00 Introduction: Why Your First Call During a C...

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New Episode🔥The Cybercrime Junkies show dives into the serious allegations against Meta, including internal emails where employees allegedly referred to themselves as "drug pushers." This episode focuses on the ongoing social media trial, bringing to light evidence that Meta may have been aware of the harms its platforms cause, especially concerning child mental health. We discuss the disturbing statistic of 13% of youth...

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Kurt Long, founder and CEO of a privacy-based messaging app BUNKR (https://www.bunkr.life/) join David Mauro to discuss: how civil discourse helps our country, Newest Ways To Take Control Over Data Privacy, and why protecting online privacy is important.

Summary
The conversation explores the topics of data privacy, government surveillance, and underreporting of crimes. Kurt Long, CEO of Bunker and an expert in privacy ...

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New Episode🔥This video explores a chilling incident of the Amy Allwine and Stephan Allwine case. Also highlights a copied bitcoin wallet address sent to the dark web, showcasing the mindset of a hacker. We examine how criminals often believe their digital actions are invisible, highlighting a recruitment pitch for illicit activities. This true crime documentary sheds light on a specific crime investigation, adding to our cyber cri...

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In this shocking monthly cyber update, the Cyber Crime Junkies (David, Dr. Sergio E. Sanchez, and Zack Moscow) expose the craziest, must-know stories in tech and security.

What's Inside This Episode:

  • The AI Threat is Real: Dr. Sergio reveals how Chinese threat actors manipulated Anthropic's Claude AI system to stage cyber attacks against nearly 30 companies globally. Learn how powerful Large Language Models (LLMs) are l...
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If you manage care about protecting yourself, your loved ones—and your organization-- this episode offers actionable takeaways you can use today.

 This is part of our official Cyber Crime Junkies podcast series—subscribe wherever you listen!

 

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New Episode🔥We dive into the world of cybercrime and cybersecurity with Retired FBI Agent Scott Augenbaum about Cambodia's Billion Dollar Scam complexes, offering insights for cybersecurity for beginners and seasoned pros alike. Learn about the latest threats, including ransomware and malware, and the minds of the hackers behind them. Stay informed and protect yourself from cyber crime.
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00:00 Introduction to...

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February 21, 2026 45 mins

This is the story of a notorious death in cryptoland. Many say it’s the ultimate exist scam. Gerald Cotten, the founder of QuadrigaCX, died in 2018 under mysterious circumstances, leading to the loss of $215 million in cryptocurrency. 

Despite claims that he passed away due to what is medically considered non-fatal Crohn’s disease while in India, many customers and investigators have questioned his death, suspecting a pote...

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February 20, 2026 43 mins

 The dangers that lurk on the Dark Web. Many people who have visited have said they have seen things they never wanted to see. We take you there.

We explain why it’s so important for everyone to know what’s there since we provide a roadmap to you, your family and the brands we all serve 

These are the true crime stories about what happens when we shine a light on the Dark Web. 

  • What’s Public & For Sale on the Dark Web
  • RENT-A-HA...
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Mark Zuckerberg took the stand as did the head of Instagram in a landmark decision. Their own internal documents are damning and the allegations can change the face of social media forever. This is Social Media's Tobacco Lawsuit moment. 

Chapters

00:00 Meta's Legal Battle: A New Era for Big Tech Accountability
02:45 The Impact of Social Media on Youth Mental Health
05:37 The Role of Internal Documents in t...

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February 19, 2026 1 min

New evidence and testimony in the landmark trial going on right now in Los Angeles. Do court documents prove Instagram was Designed To Addict Traumatized Kids?

Questions? Text our Studio direct. We read these and when helpful we give a special shout out for those to contact us.

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🔥The Cybercrime Junkies show debunks the myth of the typical cyber villain, focusing on how everyday situations can lead to significant `cyber security` breaches. We discuss real-world `cybercrime` scenarios involving `insider` threats and the critical need for `insider threat detection`. Understanding these risks is key to effective `risk management` in today's digital landscape. 

New Episode🔥Insider Threats | When...

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